Trending Now - Chelsea Finalizes Deal to Hire Xabi Alonso as New Manager
WHO:
Daily Mail Sports - Xabi Alonso is the new Chelsea manager.
The New York Times - Alonso is 44 years old and was the club’s top target.
The New York Times - Liam Rosenior was the previous Chelsea manager.
The New York Times - Calum McFarlane was placed in interim charge of Chelsea.
WHAT:
Daily Mail Sports - Alonso's four-year contract is currently being finalised with an announcement to follow.
The New York Times - Alonso was sacked by Real Madrid in January after seven months into a three-year deal.
The New York Times - Chelsea's interim manager Calum McFarlane has overseen a loss to Nottingham Forest and a draw to Liverpool, in addition to guiding the club to the FA Cup final.
Daily Mail Sports - Chelsea has reached a full agreement to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new manager.
The New York Times - Alonso is expected to sign a four-year contract.
The New York Times - Chelsea parted company with Rosenior after less than four months in charge.
The New York Times - Chelsea experienced five successive Premier League defeats under Rosenior.
WHERE:
The New York Times - Alonso visited London for discussions regarding the managerial position.
WHEN:
The New York Times - An announcement regarding Alonso's appointment is expected imminently.
The New York Times - Chelsea parted company with Rosenior on April 23.
WHY:
The New York Times - Chelsea sought a permanent successor to Liam Rosenior after a poor run of results.
HOW:
The New York Times - Alonso's appointment as manager signifies a wider remit than the purely tactical, indicating a shift in the managerial structure at Chelsea.
The New York Times - Alonso's appointment signifies a shift in the managerial structure at Chelsea, as he will hold the title of manager rather than head coach.
(UPDATED May 16, 2026 21:20 UTC)
Chelsea is finalizing a four-year contract for Alonso, with an announcement expected soon. This comes after Alonso was sacked by Real Madrid just seven months into a three-year deal, while Chelsea's interim manager Calum McFarlane has recently led the team to a loss against Nottingham Forest and a draw with Liverpool, as well as guiding them to the FA Cup final. Alonso's appointment is seen as a significant shift in the managerial structure at Chelsea, indicating a broader role beyond just tactical responsibilities.
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(UPDATED May 16, 2026 19:19 UTC)
Chelsea has officially appointed Xabi Alonso as their new manager, following a poor run of results that led to the departure of Liam Rosenior after less than four months in charge. Alonso, who is 44 years old, was the club's top target and is expected to sign a four-year contract, marking a significant shift in the managerial structure as he will hold the title of manager instead of head coach. An announcement regarding Alonso's appointment is expected imminently, as he recently visited London for discussions about the role.